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A tempestuous scene unfolds on the canvas, dominated by vibrant blues and stormy darks. Swirling brushstrokes and splashes of white and orange crackle with energy, evoking movement and power.

The artist's choice of a primarily blue palette is noteworthy. The blues elicit feelings of calmness, introspection, and melancholy, while also allowing each viewer to bring their own interpretation, creating a personal dialogue with the piece.

The inclusion of Isaiah 23: "He was pierced for our transgressions, crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon him, and by his wounds we are healed" suggests a deeper meaning. The stormy scene might represent our burdens, with the vibrant colors hinting at redemption and healing.

VillanuevaS is a self-taught artist who has always had a passion for doodling and believes that his artistic talent may be inherited. His family background includes a painter uncle in Spain, and although he was born in Colombia, he feels a strong connection to his European roots, particularly from Spain and Lithuania. Having lived in various countries worldwide, his artwork is influenced by a rich combination of European and Latin American cultures, with architecture playing a significant role in shaping his artistic vision. While he initially began studying painting and drawing at the Escuela de Artes Imaginarias in Madrid in 1977, life circumstances led him to set aside his artistic pursuits for some time. However, he rediscovered his...